2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1457 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Ram | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |